Volunteer with the OB MVPs!
We need your help to keep Old Brooklyn growing and thriving!
OBCDC is looking for volunteers to assist with our events, including the Old Brooklyn Farmers Market; Neighborhood Beautification; and Home Rehabs.
Through our Mighty Volunteers Program, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Meet neighbors
Build a deeper connection to the community
Beautify Old Brooklyn
Form memories
Assist with neighborhood walkability
Improve the quality of life of your neighborhood
Disperse critical information about local services
Network with fellow local business owners
Earn free swag and get recognized on our socials
Give back!
Our volunteers are the real MVPs of the neighborhood!
Old Brooklyn MVP Application
Make a TimeCounts account to volunteer with OBCDC! Once your account is created, you will fill out a volunteer form and be able to register for opportunities!
You can then sign up for volunteer opportunities from our hub in TimeCounts.
Reach out to Maria Sharp at 216-459-1000 x 209, marias@oldbrooklyn.com with any questions.
For more information about our Mighty Volunteers Program and opportunities, click here to view our MVPs Manual.
Types of Volunteer Opportunities & Activities
Old Brooklyn Farmers Market
The Old Brooklyn Farmers Market allows for community vendors to engage with residents, sell homemade goods, and demonstrate cooking skills and recipe ideas. It is also provides accessibility for fresh produce in the neighborhood!
Some volunteer tasks may include:
Setup/cleanup
Working the OBCDC tables
Attending to vendors and guests
Events
OBCDC assists with a variety of events throughout the year including the Takeover Old Brooklyn Series; Old Brooklyn Farmers Market; Young Professional Series; Home Buyers Panel; Home Repair Workshops; and OBCDC Annual Meeting. MVPs are encouraged to sign up for individual or reoccurring events.
Some tasks may include:
Setup/cleanup
Working the OBCDC table
Helping vendors and guests
Neighborhood Beautification
OBCDC maintains the Brighton Corridor of Old Brooklyn. MVPs help ensure public spaces are welcoming and walkable for residents and patrons.
Tasks could include:
Litter cleanup
Landscaping
Graffiti removal
Home Rehabs
OBCDC and our MVPs complete small and large home rehabilitation projects for Old Brooklyn homeowners who need a helping hand. Our goal is to improve the quality of life for residents and our neighborhood’s housing stock.
Some tasks may include:
Minor repairs - like reattaching stair railings or fixing porch steps
Painting
Landscaping
To sign up groups of 6 or more volunteers for Home Rehabs, please reach out to Maria Sharp, marias@oldbrooklyn.com.
Large Group Projects
Looking for a way to volunteer with your company or organization? We can collaborate on a project that works with your schedule. The MVP program offers you a chance to get involved in exciting projects that align with your interests and availability. Contact Maria Sharp, marias@oldbrooklyn.com to get your group plugged in.
See you soon at our next volunteer opportunity!